The next seductive, unforgettable stand-alone romance in the FIGHT FOR ME series from NYT & USA Today Bestselling Author A.L. Jackson . . .Kale Bryant. Arrogant. Gorgeous. Commanding. This ER doctor is married to his job. His only vice is one-night stands and short-lived flings. He learned a long time ago loving someone isn’t worth the risk. Harley Hope Masterson. Beautiful. Brave. Sweet. The owner of a small coffee shop knows what it’s like to struggle. Embroiled in a bitter divorce, she’s threatened with losing everything. When Kale accepts a new position down the street from Hope’s shop, he begins to question every wall he’s built around his heart. He wants her in a way he hasn’t wanted anyone.

One touch is fire. One kiss, and he’s spinning out of control. But taking her won’t come without consequences. Hope is in for the fight of her life. One neither of them saw coming. Now Kale must decide if loving her is worth risking it all. She will fight with everything she has. But sometimes even hope needs a hero . . .

REVIEWER'S NOTE:I received an eARC from the author in exchange for an honest review.

5 “paging doctor knightly” Stars!

The Review:

Seriously sexy, deeply romantic and powerfully moving, Follow Me Back is a profound, beautifully told story about moving on and holding tight to what is really important in life. I couldn’t get enough of this story. A.L. Jackson poured her heart and soul into this one!

Story/Characters...

Kale Bryant, moving on from emergency room doctor, is starting a new position in a new office, but first, he’s out for a night of fun and celebration with his best friends and maybe a one nighter like he’s prone to do because the one thing he does not do, is attachments. In fact, he’s committed to not being committed at all. However, the moment he sees the beautiful redhead across the bar, he knows things are about to change.

Hope Masterson is trying to separate herself from her past. She’s committed to starting over, hope always on the horizon for a “someday” but until then, she’ll do whatever it takes to keep her son safe, happy and alive. The moment she sees Kale Bryant, she can’t take her eyes off him, but “someday” can’t happen yet. Her life is too complicated. Her focus needs to be on what matters. But when her path keeps crossing with Kale’s, their forbidden attraction can’t be denied.

Both Kale and Hope were keeping secrets, both have painful pasts and both are just trying to get from one day to the next. But where Kale was fiercely guarded, knowing his failures ruined his picture perfect future, Hope was wholeheartedly open and optimistic for a fulfilling future, when she had every reason not to be. I loved both their characters for different reasons. And Evan ... oh sweet Evan, was a darling, adorable, loving, charismatic boy who pulled this whole story into focus.

Told in alternating POV’s, I enjoyed getting to know every facet of their characters as each layer was peeled back, revealing depth, heart and compassion. Kale was super sexy, incredibly sweet and definitely the hero he claimed not to be. Hope was a well rounded, beautiful soul, in and out who loved with everything she had. Not to mention, these two were intensely sexy together, their chemistry and slow build to romance expertly done!

I enjoyed how this novel unfolded. The author did an incredible job lining up all the pieces of the puzzle and letting them fall slowly, sprinkling the clues throughout, so you never really knew the full story until the climax.

And that ending? Perfect!

The Wrap Up:

This was a really well told story, full of delightful characters, touching scenes and a romance that was all consuming. I’m not going to lie. I caught myself tearing up more than once, laughing out loud at Kale and his sexy confidence, grinning from ear to ear at Kale and Hope’s playfulness, holding my breath, my heart pounding when things started to fall apart and ultimately cheering for these two characters to find their happily ever after.

Utterly sexy, emotionally captivating and perfectly written, Follow Me Back has all the “feels”!

A NOTE FROM THE AUTHOR...

My loves - I am so beyond thrilled to finally get to share Kale and Hope's story with you in FOLLOW ME BACK! Writing this book was a labor of love, and after everything, I think it might be my favorite book I've ever written. It's super sexy and swoony, sad and sweet, and just filled my heart up so full there is no chance I will ever forget the way these characters made me feel. I hope you fall in love with them the same way I did! Enjoy! xoxo - Amy

ABOUT THE AUTHOR...

A.L. Jackson is the New York Times & USA Today Bestselling author of contemporary romance. She writes emotional, sexy, heart-filled stories about boys who usually like to be a little bit bad. Her bestselling series include THE REGRET SERIES, CLOSER TO YOU, and BLEEDING STARS novels.Watch for A.L. Jackson’s upcoming novel, FOLLOW ME BACK, the second stand-alone novel in her brand-new FIGHT FOR ME SERIES.If she’s not writing, you can find her hanging out by the pool with her family, sipping cocktails with her friends, or of course with her nose buried in a book. Be sure not to miss new releases and sales from A.L. Jackson - Sign up to receive her newsletter http://smarturl.it/NewsFromALJackson or text “aljackson” to 33222 to receive short but sweet updates on all the important news.

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